AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER PROTECT INSPECTOR - 42000953 1 1

State of Florida • Spring Hill, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Agriculture and Consumer Protection Inspector (ACPI) performs technical and specialized work involving animal health programs within an assigned geographic area. The position enforces state and federal laws concerning animal disease control to protect Florida’s agricultural industry and public safety. Duties also include emergency preparedness and ensuring the quality of agricultural products before they enter marketing channels. The incumbent cooperates with USDA personnel and others working in related activities and is expected to demonstrate professionalism, commitment, integrity, innovation, inclusion, and excellence in interactions with coworkers and the public. Work is performed independently within supervisor-established guidelines and division policies and procedures. The position headquarters is negotiable within Hernando and Pasco Counties, and the employee must reside in the required county or counties throughout employment. Occasional travel and alternate work hours are required. The employee must be willing to respond to emergency duty at any time, including during natural disasters or animal disease outbreaks, and to deploy away from the assigned headquarters for periods of up to 30 days. Weekend and holiday work may be required. The employee must pass pulmonary function testing and medical evaluation, undergo regular respirator fit-testing, wear a respirator when required, and use required personal protective equipment. The role requires outdoor work in all weather and on uneven terrain, frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, standing and walking, and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Class E driver license are required. Preference is given to applicants with livestock care, management, and husbandry experience, including equine or poultry.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class E Driver License.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to deal with the public tactfully and courteously.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and on uneven terrain, including natural and cultivated areas.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, climb, stand, and walk for several hours each day.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to respond to emergency duty day or night, including during natural disasters or animal disease outbreaks.
• Willingness to deploy away from assigned headquarters for extended periods of up to 30 days.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays as required and to work alternate hours as needed.
• Must reside in the required county or counties throughout employment.
• Must pass a pulmonary function test with medical evaluation and regular respirator fit-testing, and wear a respirator when required.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment when required.
• Occasional travel is required.
• Position is subject to the provisions of Section 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code, and Chapter 112.313, Florida Statutes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the care, management, and husbandry of livestock, including equine or poultry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct animal disease program activities, including livestock and poultry inspections, sample collection, premises inspections, promoting official animal identification, issuing and releasing quarantines, educating animal owners about biosecurity, and assisting veterinary medical officers with inspections and testing.
• Develop herd health plans and investigate animal disease complaints to support the quality and marketability of Florida livestock.
• Perform livestock inspections at markets, shows, and exhibitions; enforce animal disease control and eradication rules; verify permits, veterinary inspection certificates, movement documents, and official identification devices; and conduct disease investigations and National Poultry Improvement Plan testing and documentation.
• Visit isolated herds and quarantined animals and conduct follow-up inspections.
• Inspect equine, Cervidae, and feral swine holding premises; issue movement permits; and distribute educational materials.
• Clean and disinfect vehicles, equipment, and premises contaminated by disease organisms or as a precaution.
• Prepare and distribute electronic daily activity reports, maintain supplies and equipment inventory, process duty reports, and operate and maintain the department vehicle.
• Support emergency preparedness for livestock and other animals by collecting animal premises information, recording it in the emergency management database, and maintaining contacts for the Emergency Operations Center and ESF17 within the assigned county.
• Ensure compliance with state statutes and department regulations concerning garbage feeding to swine; inspect garbage feeders; issue, enforce, and release quarantines; and issue permits.
• Participate in workshops and training to continue education in livestock disease eradication programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED